Child Care Apprentice Vacancy

About the employer

A well-established outstanding nursery situated just a few minutes from the heart of Prestwich and Manchester, conveniently situated for transport links. Open since 1979 ensuring expert guidance and educational experience. We have an experienced enthusiastic team who provide excellent childcare to children aged from 0 to 5 years. Our goal is to give each child a great start filled with learning and growth.

About the vacancy

Immediate start to join our small and friendly team within a well-established nursery in Prestwich. You will be working in the nursery alongside a professional and experienced team, learning a range of skills to develop a career working in an Early Years setting. You will receive high-quality training in all aspects of child care.

You will be trained to a high standard in all duties required of you involving keeping the children safe and enhancing their learning and play. This will include:

• Ensuring the safety of children at all times
• Supervising outdoor play
• Supervising snacks and lunch
• Supporting development through play
• Carry out activities with the children
• Preparing and feeding children
• Keeping the nursery clean
• To attend additional mandatory training to help with the role and ongoing CPD
• Ensuring Safeguarding Procedures are followed
• You will be supported throughout your training

You will receive the following training:

• Early Years Practitioner Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard
• College attendance is required one day a month.

What skills are we looking for?

• Communication skills
• IT skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Customer care skills
• Problem solving skills
• Presentation skills
• Administrative skills
• Number skills
• Analytical skills
• Logical
• Team working
• Creative
• Initiative
• Non judgemental
• Patience
• Physical fitness

Qualifications

• Essential : English (GCSE - C/4 or above or equivalent)
• Essential : Maths (GCSE - C/4 or above or equivalent)

Outcome

On successful completion of your apprenticeship you may be offered a permanent contract.